Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model. For example, providing concept maps or graphic organizers, engaging learners in discussion (synchronous or asynchronous), or encouraging a reflective practice via a writing prompt.

Blended Learning 544

Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 17, 2022

Two main factors can have a significant impact on a teacher’s emotional engagement at work: The quality of their relationships with students Student behaviors and classroom management. Because relationships are reciprocal, it’s essential that the students feel connected to the teacher in a classroom.

Teachers 365

Teachers Blended Learning Classroom Management Discussions 365

eSchool News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In his widely discussed 2024 book “The Anxious Generation,” social psychologist Jonathan Haidt details how the cultural shift from a “play-based childhood” to a “phone-based childhood” corresponds to the spike in adolescent mental illness. History and was embarrassingly eager to participate in class debates and discussions.

Teachers 294

Teachers Schools Reading History 294

Teach Hub

MARCH 4, 2024

How do we break this silence and boost student participation in our classroom? Here we’ll dive into strategies to encourage more active participation and examine why participation matters to students and educators. Understanding these barriers is important to foster a more inclusive, engaged classroom environment.

Participation 105

Participation Students Discussions Quizzes 105

Catlin Tucker

JULY 17, 2023

Although they understand the benefits of these collaborative conversations in station rotation, including increased self-efficacy, relationship building, and constructing knowledge together, teachers usually feel more comfortable designing teacher-led collaborative stations where they can control the discussion and ensure everyone is on task.

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Discussions Blended Learning Students Questions 247

eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2016

The survey finds that educators from PreK-12 and higher education institutions most often enroll in courses that provide training for online software and digital resources and classroom management/behavior training. New survey reveals teachers’ professional learning preferences, trends in priorities.

Teachers 186

Teachers Quizzes Hybrid Learning Classroom Management 186

eSchool News

MAY 4, 2023

At Rio Rancho Public Schools in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, we’ve seen how some students can be reluctant to participate and engage in the classroom. However, we’ve found that microphones can help boost confidence and classroom participation.

English 281

English Participation Discussions Reading 281

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Synchronous Online Learning Synchronous activities are the most effective way to incorporate interpersonal interactions into your online learning; educators know that investing heavily in student relationships yields strong academic returns and sets the stage for effective classroom management.

Lecturing 218

Lecturing Disabilities Learning Assignments 218

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

revolution to more recent discussions on rights and liberties, there are lesson plans and activities available for whatever unit your students need. Contest winners get to participate in behind-the-scenes experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites as part of America’s Field Trip. From lessons focused on the U.S.

Students 336

Students History Essay High School 336

Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2023

Process-based Decisions Inviting students to participate in process-based decision-making enhances their competence and confidence in successfully tackling tasks. In an upper elementary English or history class, students may have the opportunity to decide which discussion technique to use to discuss a short story.

Blended Learning 229

Blended Learning Learning History English 229

Edsurge

JANUARY 16, 2023

UNIVERSE helps teachers solve the engagement problem with a metaverse concept—students and teachers can feel more present and participate in natural conversation. Teachers can divide students into discussion groups. What other classroom management tools are available for teachers? There's a lecture mode in UNIVERSE.

Teaching 213

Teaching Lecturing Education Learning 213

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2024

The New York Times Learning Network, which offers educational resources, runs multiple contests and challenges for students and I picked one for my students to participate in. Instead of hosting a class discussion, my students host roundtable discussions about their books, designing their own discussion questions and takeaways to share.

High School 210

High School High School Interdisciplinary Education 210

Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Schools and districts are tasked with many challenges—from classroom management and test scores to student safety and emotional well-being. When students are able to demonstrate their thinking in a variety of ways and hear their ideas being discussed in class, student engagement and confidence increase. Education is complicated.

Learning Outcomes 217

Learning Outcomes Beliefs Student Engagement Feedback 217

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The Cook Center for Human Connection facilitated discussions about the importance of student mental health awareness and youth suicide prevention–and the critical role parents play in these efforts. Lenovo also introduced a new collaborative feature for its LanSchool Air classroom management solution.

Mobile Devices 343

Mobile Devices Gamification Science STEM 343

Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

This relates to everything from how students physically interact with their devices to how well they handle challenges that come their way—avoiding distractions, navigating information online and responding to discussions online, to name just a few. Good classroom management is another essential component of a device rollout.

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Gamification Classroom Management Student Engagement Study 164

Edsurge

JANUARY 9, 2018

As John stood on the stage discussing the importance of equity so eloquently, I wondered how he had gotten to that point. It was TED-Ed Weekend 2016 in New York City and I had recently been selected to participate in a yearlong professional development program as a TED-Ed Innovative Educator , along with 29 other educators.

Students 166

Students Participation Essay Culture 166

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 25, 2025

Examples include study groups, coding boot camps where participants critique each others work, or online communities where users share expertise. Discussion Circles : Analyze material together. Increased Engagement : Learning feels more interactive and less hierarchical, boosting motivation and participation. coding a program).

Feedback 153

Feedback Instructors Learning Critical Thinking 153

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Sometimes it derives evidence of learning from anecdotal observation, watching students apply prior learning, working in groups, or participating in classroom discussions. Thanks to technology, there are lots of fun and effective ways to assess learning in ways that transform your classroom. Here are seven ideas: Polls.

Authentic Assessment 147

Authentic Assessment Quizzes Knowledge Discussions 147

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: K-12 classrooms foster academic and social development Discover the advantages and disadvantages of classroom management Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends When it comes to classroom learning, classrooms offer a structured environment for learning, fostering interaction and academic growth.

Learning Styles 130

Learning Styles Attention Discussions Textbooks 130

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

These simple or multi-step activities encompass a wide range of tools for recording skills, discussions, visual thinking, and even mindful breaks. As part of this partnership, participants can acquire the Mirror at a reduced cost and, in exchange, contribute a second Mirror to a school of their preference. Source: Swivl

Metacognitive Skills 156

Metacognitive Skills Skills Motivation Classroom Management 156

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

As students participate in class conversations, expect them to use academic and domain-specific vocabulary. Discuss this–how they excelled at soccer, piano, or the violin through tenacity and drive. More on classroom management: What’s the Classroom of the Future Look Like? Focus on exceptional expectations.

Classroom Management 146

Classroom Management Critical Thinking Questions Attention 146

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning allows students to be engaged and active participants in their own learning by sharing ideas, analyzing problems, and finding solutions to them. The social environment of the group can be enjoyable and exciting for several students compared to independent study or traditional classroom or online lecturing.

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Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 116

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Julie York, a computer science and media teacher at South Portland High School in Maine, was scouring the internet for discussion tools for her class when she found TeachFX. For instance, teachers may consider replacing one-sided lectures with more group discussion, or they may make sure to ask follow-up questions to students’ answers.

Feedback 218

Feedback Teachers Language Languages 218

Edsurge

AUGUST 6, 2020

Experienced teachers who are already skilled at classroom management shouldn’t have to attend another session on how to monitor student behavior and “ be seen looking.” Instead, they could spend their time collaborating with their peers in a professional learning community of their choice.

Coaching 218

Coaching Teachers Evaluation Feedback 218

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning allows students to be engaged and active participants in their own learning by sharing ideas, analyzing problems, and finding solutions to them. The social environment of the group can be enjoyable and exciting for several students compared to independent study or traditional classroom or online lecturing.

Collaborative Learning 105

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 105

Edsurge

APRIL 16, 2020

With OTIS for educators, you are paired with a PD Specialist who will conduct a needs assessment in order to identify instructional goals, inventory your current technology, discuss your initiatives and curate PD content that aligns with your objectives. Google Classroom and Meet for Remote Learning.

Culture 177

Culture Distance Learning Communication Lecturing 177

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This approach not only builds responsibility but also encourages them to become active participants in their learning journey. This collaboration strengthens their understanding and retention of the material while building a supportive classroom community.

Gamification 158

Gamification Feedback Critical Thinking Intelligence 158

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2015

They work in groups to learn the tool (using help files, how-to videos, and resources on the site), create a project using the tool (one that ties into something being discussed in class), and then teach classmates. This is perfect as a summative on a subject being discussed. Easily adapted to grades 3-12. Digital Citizenship.

Schools 122

Schools Discussions Internet Writing 122

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

If you’ve been tasked (or volunteered) to run this activity, here are five activities that will tech-infuse participants: Write an Ebook. Start with a discussion on 1) the difference between an amateur and professional writer, 2) what it means to be ‘published’, and 3) publication options. Kids are no different. write the book.

Activities 116

Activities Schools Writing Quizzes 116

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In fact,because parents feel you are more accessible, always willing to discuss their child, they become less demanding. I will encourage parents to help in my classroom Transparency is an oft-discussed and rarely-delivered promise. They can participate, help, or just watch.

Curriculum 173

Curriculum Writing Questions Intelligence 173

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

In the past, this personalized support required teachers to cull through patterns revealed in their grading charts and classroom observations. Optimistic about the time-saving efficiencies new technologies are bringing to the classroom, we spoke to a few K-12 teachers about what they might do with a reclaimed ten minutes in their day.

Teachers 144

Teachers Learning Outcomes Intelligence Knowledge 144

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

This practice aligns with scholarship advocating for student-centered, participatory approaches to classroom management (Brooks, 1987; Feldmann, 2001; Gonzalez & Lopez, 2001; Sorcinelli, 1994). Respectfully challenge ideas, not individualsfocus on discussion. Participate fullycommunity growth depends on every voice.

Syllabus 105

Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 105

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

These small group projects and discussions differ from breakout sessions, however, in that students are typically assigned to the same task. Moreover, when individuals can engage in dialog around a topic, they are likelier to engage with and retain the material being discussed and take greater responsibility for their learning.

Motivation 107

Motivation Instructors Discussions Lecturing 107

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 11, 2020

Draw on each other’s experiences, ask questions, discuss tech ed topics. Solve common tech problems that arise in the classroom. What Do You Need to Participate. Classroom management (blogs, rigor, curriculum maps). Twitter in the Classroom. Assess student tech use organically. Who Needs This.

Teachers 108

Teachers Authentic Assessment Internet Coaching 108

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 9, 2020

Classroom management is a key part of teaching, even when instruction happens exclusively online. Here are more details about those features — and key classroom management strategies teachers can employ on any platform. Adhere to the same standards of behavior while videoconferencing that are required in the classroom.

Participation 78

Participation Students Classroom Management Attention 78

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2020

Classroom management is a key part of teaching, even when instruction happens exclusively online. Here are more details about those features — and key classroom management strategies teachers can employ on any platform. Adhere to the same standards of behavior while videoconferencing that are required in the classroom.

Participation 78

Participation Students Classroom Management Attention 78

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Does s/he show evidence of learning by using tech class knowledge in classroom or home? Does s/he participate in class discussions? Here are factors I consider when I’m posting grades for my tech students: Does s/he remember skills from prior lessons as they complete current lessons? Does s/he save to their network folder?

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Quizzes Critical Thinking Knowledge Testing 146